5 Easy Irish Recipes for St. Patrick's Day: Colcannon Cakes, Guinness Glazed Carrots, and More

Here are five truly amazing and lesser-known St. Patrick’s Day recipes that are simple to make but still packed with Irish charm and flavor:

5 Easy Irish Recipes

1. Irish Colcannon Cakes with Cheese

A twist on traditional colcannon (mashed potatoes with cabbage), these crispy potato cakes are stuffed with cheese for an extra savory treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes

• 1 cup finely chopped cooked cabbage or kale

• ½ cup shredded Irish cheddar

• 1 egg, beaten

• ½ cup flour

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• Butter or oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix mashed potatoes, cabbage, cheese, egg, flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

2. Form into small patties and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.

3. Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

4. Serve warm with sour cream or a dollop of mustard.

   
   

2. Guinness Honey Glazed Carrots

These sweet and savory carrots get a delicious glaze from Guinness beer and honey, making them a perfect side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb baby carrots

• ½ cup Guinness stout

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 2 tablespoons butter

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine Guinness, honey, butter, salt, and pepper over medium heat.

2. Add carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become tender and the glaze thickens (about 12-15 minutes).

3. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.

   
   

3. Irish Brown Bread with Honey Butter

This traditional Irish brown bread is hearty and pairs perfectly with honey butter for a sweet-savory touch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1¾ cups buttermilk

For Honey Butter:

• ½ cup softened butter

• 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a loaf pan.

2. In a bowl, whisk together flours, baking soda, and salt.

3. Stir in buttermilk until a sticky dough forms.

4. Transfer to the loaf pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.

5. Mix softened butter and honey together, then spread on warm bread.

   
   

4. Baileys Irish Cream Rice Pudding

A rich and creamy dessert with a hint of Baileys, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup Arborio rice

• 3 cups whole milk

• ½ cup heavy cream

• ¼ cup sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream

• Cinnamon for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine rice, milk, and sugar over medium heat.

2. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens (about 25-30 minutes).

3. Stir in heavy cream, vanilla, and Baileys. Cook for another 2 minutes.

4. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with cinnamon.

   
   

5. Dublin Coddle (One-Pot Irish Sausage Stew)

A comforting and easy Irish dish featuring sausages, bacon, and potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 4 Irish sausages (or bratwurst)

• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped

• 1 large onion, sliced

• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced

• 2 cups chicken broth

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, brown sausages until golden, then set aside.

2. Cook bacon in the same pot until crispy, then add onions and cook until soft.

3. Layer potatoes on top, then add sausages back in.

4. Pour in chicken broth, season with black pepper and thyme, then cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

5. Serve hot with crusty bread.

   
   

These easy, unique and simple recipes will bring festive Irish flavors to your St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Which one are you excited to try? I am going to try the carrots and Baileys Irish Cream Rice Pudding. For more easy and delicious Irish Recipes check out The Complete Irish Pub Cookbook. https://amzn.to/41ANSKE